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DIVERSITY , EQUITY , AND INCLUSION AT NWTC

PURPOSE
Division of DEI has a functional responsibility to ensure institutional alignment by providing leadership , guidance , and resources around fostering a culture of equity and inclusion .
The function of the College ’ s Diversity Team is to serve as the key voice of the DEI Division to advocate for an equitable culture , and support the overall work towards meeting the College ’ s Strategic Directions .
STRATEGIC DIRECTIONS
• Decrease the gap between the percentage of students of color and the percentage of the college workforce of color , at all levels
• Reduce Graduation Rate achievement gap among racial groups
• Reduce Successful Gateway Course Completion Rate achievement gap among racial groups
• Increase percentage of students of color enrolled in and completing programs that have a median starting wage greater than the overall college median
• 100 % of programs will demonstrate multiculturalism of curriculum
INSTITUTIONAL CLIMATE
Supports and monitors strategic college wide indicators and standards .
College Teams and Community Partnerships
Strategies , Policies , and Processes
Diversity Training and Education
EDUCATION
Develops , facilitates , and evaluates educational opportunities for students , employees , and the community .
WORKFORCE
Focuses on the recruitment and retention of a diverse workforce .
Employee Recruitment and Retention Planning
Student Recruitment , Intervention , and Case Management
Adaptive Curriculum and Programming
STUDENT SUCCESS
Enhances and evaluates services and programs focused on the recruitment and retention of a diverse student body .
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